Hull City have completed the signing of former England international goalkeeper Jack Butland from Rangers, sealing a two‑year contract with an optional third year for a reported £3 million fee on 2 July 2026.
What does the transfer mean for Hull City?
Butland, 33, arrives after reviving his career in Glasgow. He logged 155 appearances for Rangers across all competitions since joining in 2023, earning both the club’s Player of the Year and supporters’ Player of the Year awards in the 2023/24 season. His experience adds depth to the Tigers’ goalkeeping department as they prepare for a demanding Championship campaign.
How did Butland’s career unfold?
Before his Rangers stint, the former Stoke and Crystal Palace keeper struggled for game time, making just 17 league outings for Palace and none during a loan spell at Manchester United in 2022/23. His England senior caps total nine, the last coming in 2018, and his most recent national team call‑up was for a Nations League squad in June 2019. The move to Glasgow gave him regular first‑team action, but a return to England offers a chance to re‑establish himself at a higher domestic level.
Who replaces Butland at Rangers?
Rangers have already acted, securing Croatian goalkeeper Ivor Pandur for an estimated £7 million. The 26‑year‑old, who featured for Verona in Serie A and Fortuna Sittard in the Eredivisie, will fill the vacancy left by Butland as the Scottish side looks to strengthen its own ranks.
What are the next steps for Hull City?
The Tigers will integrate Butland into pre‑season training immediately, with manager Liam Rohde expected to assess his fitness and chemistry with the defensive line. The club’s supporters will be watching closely, hoping the veteran’s shot‑stopping ability translates into fewer goals conceded as Hull City aim for a top‑half finish.
Butland’s arrival marks a significant statement of intent from Hull City, signalling they are willing to invest in proven talent to compete in the Championship. The transfer fee, while undisclosed officially, is widely reported at £3 million, reflecting both the player’s pedigree and the club’s ambition.
